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Marina Alvarenga

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Versatile teacher with Arts and Languages degree and highly diverse teaching background. Excelled in elementary school classroom instruction, private adult tutoring practice and education delivery. Exceptional communications and adaptability skills leading to positive results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online ESL Teacher

Q Kids
10.2016 - 09.2020
  • Created culturally relevant lessons to assure maximum practicality of coursework with particular reference to workplace English
  • Provided instruction using textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to help improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
  • Facilitated both one-on-one teaching and group teaching with typical group size of 4 students of single native language group
  • Prepared and video lessons to teach in both private and group sessions
  • Encouraged students to speak English as much as possible in everyday lives to improve language skills
  • Developed homework lessons to complement and follow-up on online sessions and reviewed and identified areas of needed improvement based on homework effort
  • Taught ESL to several different students, ranging from young children to senior adults, from basic to advanced levels
  • Participated in workshops and training sessions to extend knowledge and improve skills set in TESOL
  • Evaluated and documented student learning and growth
  • Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion.
  • Identified and addressed problems with course content or technology.
  • Interacted with students and parents via email, instant messaging, threaded discussion and synchronous chat.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.

ESL Instructor

Shepherd School of Language
Las Vegas, NV
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • Administered language and academic assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Introduced innovative lesson plans and teaching tools to increase student test scores, increasing state test scores 76%.
  • Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students.
  • Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
  • Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
  • Provided supportive, nurturing learning environment to encourage student responsibility.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Documented student attendance and progress against goals.

Course Coordinator

Uceda School
Las Vegas, NV
04.2019 - 01.2020
  • Monitored offsite ESL classes at the Venetian/Palazzo
  • Participated in meetings to talk about students' progress, class issues and ways of improvement
  • Filled out progress reports weekly
  • Authored reports outlining program accomplishments, statistics and performance data
  • Created support material based on students' needs.
  • Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to review programs and services and enroll students.
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
  • Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.

ESL Instructor

Uceda School
Las Vegas, NV
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Conducted ESL classes for the following levels: Pre Beginner, Beginner, Intermediate and Pre Advanced
  • Integrated technology such as Smart Boards into classroom as instructional tools
  • Mentored and tutored individual students struggling to understand lecture objectives
  • Helped students succeed through coaching, mentoring and positive reinforcement
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
  • Taught concepts found on standardized tests and built necessary support skills to help students perform well
  • Prepared enthusiastic material so students could learn while having fun
  • Attended team meetings with fellow bilingual teachers to integrate curriculum and improve student learning.
  • Filled out Progress Reports monthly
  • Administered language and academic assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
  • Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Documented student attendance and progress against goals.

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Good Shepherd School For Children
Sioux Falls, SD
02.2016 - 04.2017
  • Taught children ages 4 to 5 basic reading and alphabetical skills
  • Developed lesson plans and facilitated instruction to educate students
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress
  • Created collaborative environment in classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning
  • Embraced teaching children of diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds
  • Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills
  • Utilized diverse teaching methods to address curriculum objectives
  • Organized supplies, including art and musical resources, to foster creative and welcoming classroom environment.
  • Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
  • Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.
  • Assessed comprehensive student growth across academic, social and personal skills.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Linguistics Teacher

Governo Do Estado De São Paulo
03.2014 - 01.2016
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.

Portuguese Teacher

Governo Do Estado De São Paulo
03.2014 - 01.2016
  • Facilitated positive learning environment by using enthusiastic and energetic instructional strategies and consistent classroom management.
  • Created and executed various daily assignments to prepare 32 students for final exam.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.

Substitute Teacher

CCSD
Las Vegas, NV
04.2022 - Current
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
  • Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
  • Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
  • Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Education

Bachelor's - Languages and Art

FSA

Skills

  • Well organized
  • Computer Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Great Communication Skills
  • Great Writing Skills
  • Providing Feedback
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Language Skills
  • Educational Support
  • Positive Interactions

Certification


  • Licensed Substitute Teacher - CCSD
  • TESOL Certified Teacher

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

CCSD
04.2022 - Current

ESL Instructor

Shepherd School of Language
03.2020 - 09.2020

Course Coordinator

Uceda School
04.2019 - 01.2020

ESL Instructor

Uceda School
06.2018 - 01.2020

Online ESL Teacher

Q Kids
10.2016 - 09.2020

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Good Shepherd School For Children
02.2016 - 04.2017

Linguistics Teacher

Governo Do Estado De São Paulo
03.2014 - 01.2016

Portuguese Teacher

Governo Do Estado De São Paulo
03.2014 - 01.2016

Bachelor's - Languages and Art

FSA

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